InterTradeIreland and the Department for Business and Trade (DBT) were delighted to recently host a cross-border-trade event in the Canal Court Hotel, Newry on Wednesday 13th November 2024. With a focus on ‘Maximising your export potential through Cross-Border Trade’, the event took place during International Trade Week. It equipped local businesses with the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in the cross-border market and beyond.
InterTradeIreland was delighted to partner with the Department for Business and Trade to deliver our latest in-person cross-border trade event. For many businesses, the cross-border market is the first step to exporting, acting as a springboard to sell internationally. With cross-border trade growing year on year, we would encourage local businesses to explore their closest export market as an easy first step to exporting off the island.
Colin McCabrey, Director of Trade, InterTradeIreland
With new customers and suppliers right on your doorstep, the cross-border market is the perfect place to start your exporting journey.
With support on offer from the Department for Business and Trade, InterTradeIreland and Invest NI, you have access to a network that is here to help you succeed, such as the free to access UK Export Academy.
Thanks to InterTradeIreland for partnering with us to deliver another successful International Trade Week event for businesses across Northern Ireland.
Karly Greene, Deputy Director, Department for Business and Trade, Northern Ireland
At the event, a line-up of expert speakers included Richard Elliot from the Department for Business and Trade; Ruth Robinson, Full Circle Management Solutions; Colin McCullagh, OCO Global and Una McGoey, Senior Trade Specialist at InterTradeIreland. A wealth of knowledge was shared on the day covering the breadth of fully funded and easily accessible supports available to local businesses as well as practical tips and advice to grow sales in new markets, putting your export strategy into practice and the importance of enjoying the journey.
Attendees also heard from business leaders representing local companies including Viltra, Mourne Craft, Ubloquity and UK Export Champions Burren Balsamics who shared their experiences of achieving successful cross-border and international growth with the support of InterTradeIreland and the Department for Business and Trade. The panellists shared some excellent tips including the need to start exporting early, build your network and connections and don’t be afraid to reach out for help.
Find out more about the cross-border opportunities available to businesses on the island of Ireland here.
For further advice and support on international trade, visit here.
